Jair Bolsonaro's lawyers want a review of parts of his conviction, including his prison sentence. Photo: AP PHOTO

Lawyers for former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro have filed an appeal to reduce his 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup to remain in power after the 2022 presidential election.

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In an 85-page motion filed with the Supreme Court on Tuesday, Bolsonaro's lawyers sought a review of parts of the conviction, including the prison sentence.

The motion did not stipulate how much of a reduction in prison time Bolsonaro's lawyers were seeking.

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